Albany 12 November 1800

My dear Sir

Finding the Council of Appointment in [Suffern] when I came down, I made known to them Capt Johnston resignation in conveyance of which you appointed to the command of the Troop in our Country.  Yates is your first L! The other officers are not appointed I was not acquainted with their active presentation and besides I preferred receiving from you such recommendations as you deem best to make.  If you will to this when they registration next must they will be attended to.  

Capt Boughton is appointed to the Command of a separate Troop.  You will oblige one by giving him this information, That have not have to write to him as I am just setting out for New York

Sincerely your friend,

Thomas Morris